Welcome!
At Adcock Contracting, experience really does matter. With decades of hands on knowledge in civil works, earthworks, and the power industry, we deliver skilled, reliable work you can count on.
We specialise in trenching, landscaping, and farm and lifestyle block work, bringing practical skills and the right equipment to every job, big or small.
Scroll down to check out our services and see how we can help with your next project.
Our Services
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Trenching & Underground Services
Trenching is at the core of what we do. With extensive experience in power infrastructure and high-risk excavation, we deliver safe, accurate, and efficient underground service solutions across Canterbury.
From residential service connections to large commercial and infrastructure projects, we use the right equipment and proven excavation methods to protect existing services, minimise disruption, and complete every job to a high standard.
Our services include:
Service locating and potholing
Trench cross-sections and excavation planning
High-risk power service trenching
Trenching for all underground services
Hydrovac excavation
Air excavation
Air breaker services
Mole tunnelling
Road crossings and duct installation
Earthing installations
Pole hole excavation
Bollard installation
Using specialised hydrovac and air excavation equipment, we can safely expose underground services and work around sensitive areas such as tree roots with minimal disturbance.
No matter the size or complexity of your project, we have the experience and equipment to deliver reliable trenching solutions.
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Reinstatement & Landscaping
We don't just complete the excavation - we restore and improve your site.
From reinstating footpaths after service installations to transforming residential, commercial, and rural properties, we deliver durable, high-quality finishes built to last. We take pride in leaving every project clean, tidy, and completed to a professional standard.
Our services include:
Footpath and driveway preparation and construction
Asphalt and concrete reinstatement
Car park construction and repairs
Stormwater drain installation and repairs
Garden preparation, fill, and edging
Topsoil placement
Hydroseeding and ReadyLawn installation
Chip, gravel, and decorative stone spreading
Rock retaining walls
Fencing installation
Concrete breaking and demolition
Site clean-up and reinstatement
Whether it's a simple repair or a complete property transformation, we'll deliver a practical solution with a quality finish.
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Rural & Lifestyle Block Services
We provide practical earthmoving solutions for farms and lifestyle properties throughout Canterbury. Whether you're improving access, preparing for a new build, upgrading existing infrastructure, or maintaining your land, we have the experience and equipment to get the job done.
Our services include:
Farm races and access roads
Driveway construction and maintenance
Livestock shed clean-outs
Pole shed site preparation and small pole shed construction
Pole shed floor preparation
Water tank pads
Pre-build site levelling and foundation preparation
Riverbank rock protection
Land clearing
Hump and hollowing
Drainage systems
Culverts
Soak pits
Irrigation installation
Effluent system excavation
Vineyard excavation work
Horse arena construction and maintenance
Motocross track construction and maintenance
Dog and chicken runs
Tree removal and land clearing
Firewood recovery
If your project isn't listed, just ask. We offer a wide range of rural earthworks and property improvements, and we're always happy to discuss your next project.
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We can do just about everything but if you can’t see what you’re looking for or are just a little lost,
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Get in Touch
Thank you for considering Adcock Contracting.
Whether you're planning a residential, commercial, or rural project, our team is here to help. From trenching and underground services to reinstatement, landscaping, and earthworks, we'll provide practical advice, reliable solutions, and a competitive quote tailored to your project.
Complete the contact form or get in touch using the details below. We look forward to discussing your next project.